A growing Russia-Afghanistan partnership is drawing attention across South Asia, with analysts suggesting it could reduce Pakistan's traditional influence in Afghanistan. The development comes as India sharpens its diplomatic engagement with Kabul, criticising Pakistan at the UN Security Council over trade and transit issues while continuing humanitarian assistance, including medical equipment deliveries. 


Russia-Afghanistan Deal Reshapes Regional Dynamics As Pakistan Faces New Challenges

Water supplies in Afghanistan’s capital are falling fast, as groundwater levels drop, demand surges, and long-delayed infrastructure projects struggle to catch up. Kabul is facing a worsening shortage driven by shrinking underground reserves that many residents rely on for daily survival. Watch the full video to know more on this!

Kabul Water Crisis:  Major Water Crisis Looms Over Afghan Capital 

India has delivered emergency humanitarian assistance to Afghanistan after a devastating strike on a Kabul hospital, reportedly carried out during escalating tensions with Pakistan. The attack caused massive casualties and drew global condemnation, with New Delhi strongly criticising the strike and sending 2.5 tonnes of medicines, medical disposables, and critical equipment to support victims and hospitals in Kabul.


Kabul Hospital Attack: India Aids Afghanistan After Deadly Pak Strike on Kabul Hospital 

Afghanistan has said that more than 400 people have been killed in Pakistani airstrikes, as tensions between the two countries sharply escalate.

Afghan officials claim the strikes caused heavy casualties and hit civilian areas, including key infrastructure in Kabul.

Pakistan, however, has rejected the allegations, stating that its operations were precision airstrikes targeting military positions and terrorist infrastructure, not civilians.

The incident marks a significant escalation in cross-border tensions, with both sides offering sharply differing accounts of the strikes and their impact.


Afghanistan Accuses Pakistan of Deadly Airstrike

Taliban summons Pakistan's ambassador over airstrikes, accuses Islamabad of bombing 'civilian areas'

Kabul has accused Pakistan of violating its territorial integrity, escalating tensions between the two neighbouring countries. Afghan authorities issued a strong statement condemning the alleged breach, warning that such actions could further strain already fragile diplomatic ties. The development comes amid ongoing security concerns along the border, with both sides trading accusations over cross-border incidents and regional stability in recent months.


Kabul: Pakistan Violated Our Territorial Integrity | WION BREAKING

A deadly explosion at a Chinese restaurant in central Kabul has killed at least seven people, including a Chinese national, raising renewed questions about security in Afghanistan’s capital under Taliban rule.
The blast occurred in the Shahr-e-Naw district — an area considered among the more secure parts of the city and frequented by foreigners. While authorities say the cause of the explosion is still under investigation, the incident has intensified concerns over the safety of foreign nationals and businesses operating in Kabul.
As Afghanistan seeks to project stability and attract foreign engagement, Monday’s blast underscores the fragile security environment still facing Kabul.

Chinese National Killed In Kabul Blast As Security Concerns Grow | WION 

The Islamic State group has claimed responsibility for a deadly blast at a Chinese restaurant in central Kabul, Afghan officials said. The explosion killed at least seven people and wounded more than a dozen others, with reports indicating Chinese nationals were among those targeted.

Islamic State Claims Kabul Blast At Chinese Restaurant, At Least 7 Killed

Afghanistan's Minister of Public Health, Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali, has praised India's long standing support for Afghan healthcare, highlighting medical visas as a "vital humanitarian channel" during a visit to New Delhi. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal exclusively, Jalali noted that "Afghans have been regularly traveling to India for medical treatment for a long time." India has established a thalassaemia centre and a modern diagnostic centre and replaced the heating system at Kabul's Indira Gandhi Institute of Child Health. It will also construct a 30-bed hospital in Kabul's Bagrami district, an oncology centre, a trauma centre, and five maternity health clinics.


Mawlawi Noor Jalal Jalali Praises India's Healthcare Support to Afghanistan

In a stark and forceful warning, Pakistan’s Defence Minister has publicly threatened to “obliterate” the Taliban regime, signaling a dramatic escalation in rhetoric that could have major regional security implications. The statement raises urgent questions about Islamabad’s intent, possible conditions that would trigger military action, and how neighbouring countries and international partners might react.
This report examines what was said, the political and military context, likely scenarios, and the potential impact on Afghanistan-Pakistan relations, counterterrorism cooperation, and wider regional stability. Tune in for expert analysis and reaction from diplomatic and defence circles.

Pak Defence Minister Threatens To Obliterate Taliban Regime

Intense clashes erupted along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border on Saturday night after an attack by the Taliban on Pakistani military posts.

This escalation comes after a Pakistani airstrike in Kabul this week, as reported by security officials from both nations.

Pak-Afghan Clash: Tensions Escalate Over Alleged Pak Airstrikes; Iran, Qatar Urge Restrain

During Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi’s high-profile visit to New Delhi, India announced an upgrade in diplomatic engagement with the Taliban-led administration in Kabul. The talks, which included meetings with senior Indian officials, focused on strengthening trade, infrastructure, and regional stability. Muttaqi emphasized the importance of economic cooperation, while Indian counterparts reiterated the need for peace, inclusive governance, and curbing terrorism in the region.

New Delhi Upgrades Diplomatic Ties With Kabul

New Delhi Upgrades Diplomatic Ties With Kabul, Muttaqi Emphasizes Trade

Powerful explosions shook Kabul, Afghanistan’s capital, following heightened tensions after Pakistan issued an “enough is enough” warning over cross-border security issues. Watch to know more on this!

Kabul Explosion: Powerful Explosions Rock Afghan Capital After Pakistan's 'Enough Is Enough' Threat

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan, shaking several provinces and causing panic among residents. Emergency teams are assessing damage and checking for casualties as aftershocks continue.

Afghanistan earthquake: India sends 21 tonnes humanitarian assistance to Kabul

Kabul, however, is surrounded by snowy mountains and three rivers, and it was never known as a dry city. But, since its population grew nearly sixfold over the last 25 years, no decent water management system has been set up for the residents.

Kabul's DAY Zero soon? Afghan capital might run out of water by 2030

Kabul is at a dire water crisis, with the growing gap between groundwater recharge and the annual water extraction. A report by Mercy Corps predicts that Kabul will run out of water by 2030. 

Kabul to become first big city without water by 2030, amid conflict, climate change and government failure

Kabul to run out of water by 2030? Here is all you need to know about latest warning 


Kabul to run out of water by 2030? Here’s all you need to know about latest warning

World | How the Taliban-led Afghanistan government balances the two nuclear-armed nations amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan after Pahalgam terror attack  remains to be seen.

India, Taliban hold talks in Kabul: Why Afghanistan might bear the brunt of worsening India-Pakistan relations

World | Sharifullah admitted to helping plan for the Abbey Gate attack. He also scouted a route near the airport for the attacker.

Mohammad Sharifullah, key suspect in 2021 Kabul airport bombing, in US custody. Who is he?

World | The two sides covered economic cooperation, the situation of Afghan migrants in Iran, border issues, and water rights, an Afghan foreign ministry statement said.

Iran's foreign minister visits Kabul for talks on border, water and migrants

Kabul's first snowfall of the season brings excitement and joy to the city's residents, marking a moment of celebration amid challenging times.

Afghanistan's first snowfall in Kabul brings joy to residents

Khalil Haqqani, the Taliban's acting minister for refugees and repatriation, has been killed in a bombing in Kabul on Wednesday (Dec 11), reports suggest. Khalil, a key member of the powerful Haqqani network, died following an explosion that targeted a mosque in the Afghan capital.

Taliban minister Khalil Haqqani killed in Kabul bombing: Who was he?

Khalil Haqqani, the Taliban's acting minister for refugees and repatriation, has been killed in a bombing in Kabul on Wednesday (Dec 11), reports suggest. Haqqani, a key member of the powerful Haqqani network, died following an explosion that targeted a mosque in the Afghan capital.

Khalil Haqqani killed in Kabul mosque bombing: Who was he?

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